The holofoil version of Nidoking is exclusive to this deck, as it only appears as a holographic card in the main set.

The holofoil version of Nidoking has a foil treatment also exclusive to this deck, as Nidoking cards in the main set have the normal holographic treatment.

Like other Theme Decks, Royal Guard also includes a rulebook, damage counters, status counters, a custom coin (Dialga), one single-player mat, a card list (inside the rulebook), Nidoking deckbox and one bonus Triumphant booster pack.